Friday, June 18, 2010

These pictures made me realize three things (only half seriously):* I shouldn't be allowed to show my scarred and bruised up legs without stockings or copious amounts of photoshop.* I understand why so many people think I'm angry when I'm not smiling. I'm not, I promise!* I need to do something about my hair. Color and cut.

Nevertheless, I generally felt pretty good yesterday. I know this dress is comprised of traditional autumn colors, but I've never really stuck to a certain palette before, so I stick my tongue out at you, tradition! Anyway, it was a beautiful, breezy day and I remembered to bring my new flats for any ouch-my-feet emergencies. We didn't do anything too exciting, just some errands and grocery shopping, followed by an intense evening of sewing (solo). Kim and I made some delicious brie, pear, arugula, raspberry preserve and balsamic sandwiches on french baguettes - my very favorite! Annnnd that's as exciting as my normal life gets. I would tell you about today, but I wouldn't want to overwhelm anyone with how awesome my friday nights are.

Alejandra: To be fair, I forgot to mention the behind the scenes styling that left me whining. It just needs some shorter layers, because it's being weighed down. It took extra styling to get it like this, when it usually doesn't:(

You have nice legs and your hair is beautiful, I think that doesn't need any alteration! Besides your friday nights seem to me calm and relaxing, in fact I love going to the grocer's (yes, I'm going bright red...)

I was thinking yesterday that orange is a very underrated color. I thought of it when I saw a girl in a fantastic orange dress and realized that the orange items in my closet are limited to a tank top and one blouse. So way to go on giving orange some love. Love the autumnal look mixed up for summer. And the wavy hair looks so great on you - I don't know what you're talking about needing cut/color - your hair always looks great to me.

I don't know why you would want to photoshop your legs - before I even read that I was thinking that I should comment on how great your legs are. I don't know anyone without a few scars, and I think scars are the shit anyway.

I love your blog but I'm always too shy to comment. I can relate to this post though, sooo..!

I love that you don't cover your legs, bruises and all. I always have bruised knees and shadows from old scars. It's only until recently that I decided not to care. It's just too hot to shove my legs into stockings. Besides, it tells people a little bit about myself. "Oh, that girl falls down a lot" Well yes.. yes I do!

Also, people think I am sad/mad when I am not smiling. Even if it's the happiest day of my life. Weirdos ;)

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Emily: I got a medium, and I am generally a size 4 or 6 in dresses. More of a 6, but I have a small bust. I probably could have gone with a small, because it's a little loose in the bust. But the nice thing is it ties in the front (or back if you prefer), so you can always tighten it a bit. That's why I went with the bigger size. Better to be a tad loose and cinch it in than to have it squeezing me!

oh! the orange/lemon of the dress with the cool blue of the shoes is a superb combo :)

and, for what it's worth, it is really nice to see your scars and bruises (though honestly I had to scroll back up to try to find them!) because it means that you are REAL, and to me, fashion inspiration from a real (and naturally gorgeous) woman is the best kind!

blogs like yours have ruined fashion magazines for me (thankfully) - I'd much rather see what you come up with!

OMG you cracked me up with the whole not smiling = angry thing. I get this ALL the time... I find myself over explaining to people (which maes me look even more guilty) of how blind I am and that I have to squint to see anything more the 6 ft in front of me. and I look so angry cause I was just trying to make out the features on their face

I just bought this dress, too. I really don't wear too many dresses but this one just completely caught my eye. It's just too pretty. Can't wait to wear it. Now, if I can only find those awesome shoes....